Excellent
#30 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 6% of private schools
Mountain Mission School
School
1760 EDGEWATER DR, Grundy, VA 24614
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#30 of 457
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About Mountain Mission School
Mountain Mission School is a private school in Grundy, VA. Mountain Mission School serves approximately 142 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 142 students, Mountain Mission School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Mountain Mission School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mountain Mission School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mountain Mission School compares to the 2 public schools in Grundy, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Grundy
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mountain Mission School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Grundy High | 6.4 |
| Riverview Elementary/Middle | 6.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1760 EDGEWATER DR, Grundy, VA 24614
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Mission School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Phelps Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Phelps), which scores notably higher. Another option is Twin Valley Elementary/Middle (rated 8.5/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Oakwood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Feds Creek Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Fedscreek), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Grundy, see our Grundy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grundy High Grundy | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Riverview Elementary/Middle Grundy | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Hurley High Hurley | 8.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Hurley Elementary/Middle Hurley | 8.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Twin Valley Elementary/Middle Oakwood | 8.3 mi | 8.5 |
| KEEN MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakwood | 8.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Twin Valley High Pilgrim Knob | 10.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Feds Creek Elementary School Fedscreek | 11.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Council Elementary/Middle Honaker | 13.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Council High Honaker | 13.9 mi | 7.5 |
| East Ridge High School Lick Creek | 13.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Phelps Elementary School Phelps | 16.0 mi | 9.6 |
| Phelps High School Phelps | 16.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Elkhorn City Elementary School Elkhorn City | 14.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Honaker High Honaker | 19.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Swords Creek Elementary Swords Creek | 19.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Bradshaw Elementary School Bradshaw | 16.6 mi | 3.1 |
| River View High School Bradshaw | 16.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Honaker Elementary Honaker | 19.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Iaeger Elementary School Iaeger | 19.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,000
Median Home Value
$117,700
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
6,992
College Educated
10.6%
Homeownership
85.3%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
28%
Median Age
48.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Alexandria, VA | 8.1 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Herndon, VA | 8.1 |
| AL-QALAM ACADEMY Springfield, VA | 8.3 |
| AL-QALAM ACADEMY Springfield, VA | 8.4 |
| LANDMARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond, VA | 7.7 |
| CHESAPEAKE BAY ACADEMY Virginia Beach, VA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Mission School
What grades does Mountain Mission School serve?
Mountain Mission School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mountain Mission School?
Mountain Mission School has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Mission School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Mission School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mountain Mission School rank in VA?
Mountain Mission School ranks #30 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Mountain Mission School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mountain Mission School a private school?
Yes, Mountain Mission School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mountain Mission School a religious school?
Mountain Mission School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 142
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Buchanan County
- Phone
- (276) 935-2954
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